Out in the Vineyard’s Gay Wine Weekend is a three-day, immersive LGBTQ+ travel experience set in Sonoma County’s famed wine country. The 2026 edition will take place July 17-19 and will bring queer travelers and allies together for curated events focused on wine, food, music, and community in the Russian River Valley and Healdsburg areas.

Fort Myers is taking a leadership role in sustainable tourism through a new partnership with Kind Traveler’s Every Stay Gives Back program.

North American travelers considering a trip to South Africa can now get expert advice from “Siyanda,” a cutting-edge AI travel assistant that provides instant answers to any travel or tourism related questions about the country.

This fall, the Baltimore Museum of Art welcomed home one of the most influential painters of our time. Amy Sherald: American Sublime—the most comprehensive survey of Sherald’s work to date—opened November 2 and marks a powerful reunion between the artist and the city that shaped her early career.

Announced today, in partnership with Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and Utah, the prestigious MICHELIN Guide will launch the first ever Southwest edition, marking a long-awaited return to Las Vegas.

Miss International Queen – USA (MIQ-USA), the premier beauty pageant celebrating transgender women in the United States, will bring glamour, inspiration, and community pride to Atlantic City from March 26–27, 2026.

VisitBritain/VisitEngland and Tourism Cares have today launched the Meaningful Travel Map of England, a new digital tool highlighting tourism experiences that deliver tangible social, cultural, and environmental benefits across the country.

Dutchess County is a vibrant, sophisticated vacation destination at the heart of New York’s Hudson Valley, only 90 minutes north of New York City and less than four hours from Boston and Philadelphia.

Relax, recharge, and immerse yourself in luxury and romance at Mirbeau Inn and Spa Beacon, set to open in the spring of 2026 on a historic Dutchess County estate in New York’s picturesque Hudson Valley.

GALTA, Australia’s LGBTQIA+ Travel Association, has refreshed and strengthened its national team following the organization's 2025 Annual General Meeting, positioning the membership body for an impactful year ahead in continuing to advocate for and elevate inclusive travel across the country.

The new Picnic Island will soon be reopening as an all-inclusive luxury private island experience off Tasmania's stunning east coast. The exclusive retreat, located just 800 meters offshore from Coles Bay near the world-renowned Freycinet National Park, expects to welcome its first guests in November 2025 following a comprehensive transformation.

The Las Vegas Strip will light up with neon and spark-filled excitement for the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX 2025. In addition to show-stopping, on-track action, the destination will provide an unforgettable week of events, entertainment and activations from Wednesday, Nov. 19 through Sunday, Nov. 23.  

This November, the Rainbow Rose Center in York, Pennsylvania, invites the community to come together in celebration, reflection, and connection.

Get ready to experience Jacksonville’s most thrilling art event! The Inaugural Art Dash, benefitting the Will Not Be Erased campaign, takes place Sunday, October 19, 2025, from 5 PM to 8 PM at the Jesse Ball duPont Center

Come Out With Pride Orlando, one of the Southeast’s largest and longest-running LGBTQIA+ Pride events, returns for its 21st year, building on last year’s success that drew over 250,000 attendees and generated millions in social and economic impact for Central Florida.

Las Vegas celebrates the LGBTQ+ community year-round, along with the standout celebration of PRIDE each year in October. This October, Vegas will put a spotlight on the community with month-long events, lively pool parties, dazzling drag shows and more. 

Hilton has officially announced the opening of Conrad Hamburg, a landmark debut for the luxury Conrad Hotels & Resorts brand in Germany. The highly anticipated property features 283 elegant guest rooms and suites, housed within the historic Levantehaus, a celebrated Art Nouveau building designed in 1912 by Franz Bach and Carl Bensel.

The Galena Country App is a cutting-edge tool for on-the-ground opportunities to help discover, plan, and share unforgettable experiences throughout Jo Daviess County. Created in partnership with Visit Widget, it is available for free download on the App Store and Google Play; and can also be accessed via desktop.

Travelers can suit up in their best spurs and cowboy hats for the 50th Annual World Gay Rodeo finals in Reno Tahoe from October 9th-12th.

Just ahead of Western North Carolina’s world-famous fall color season, a major portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway is once again open to travelers. A newly restored 26-mile stretch north to Craggy Gardens completes 114 contiguous miles of open roadway through the Asheville area.

Queer Scout, a newly launched LGBTQ+ travel brand powered by OUT in Colombia, is shaking up how queer travelers experience Medellín. Designed for those who refuse to settle for ordinary tourism, Queer Scout offers curated, premium cultural, nightlife, and adventure experiences that celebrate connection, visibility, and freedom.

As the hustle and bustle of summer fades, fall breathes new life into the scenic Walla Walla Valley. From crisp morning strolls through Pioneer Park and along the trails of Bennington Lake, to afternoons filled with family fun at local pumpkin patches and festive harvest celebrations, autumn wraps Washington wine country in cozy, seasonal magic.

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has reached a significant milestone in its Canadian growth strategy, with more than 200 hotels now open and welcoming travelers across the country.

The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) is proud to announce The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert as the recipient of the 2025 Pathfinder Award. This recognition honors The Center’s exceptional work supporting trans and gender diverse people and their families through safe, affirming spaces and essential services.

York and Adams counties are home to a vibrant and growing LGBTQIA+ community, and the Rainbow Rose Center is at the heart of it all.

From cozy farm dinners and wine tastings to scenic harvest tours and indie film festivals, Savor the San Juans invites you to experience autumn like never before—through the people, produce, and passions that define island life.

Something special is brewing in Maryland. The Brewers Association of Maryland, in partnership with the Hops & Harvest Festival, proudly announces the debut of Wanderland, a one-of-a-kind craft beverage experience set for Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11 AM to 4 PM in the picturesque Symphony Woods at Merriweather Park in Columbia, Maryland.

Today, NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists announced that Georgia Voice is the 2025 recipient of the Legacy Award.

Asheville will welcome one of the nation’s most dynamic voices in both drag and environmental advocacy: Pattie Gonia. Known for taking drag out of the clubs and onto the mountaintops, the mustachioed queen has added Asheville to her nationally acclaimed “SAVE HER!” tour, which has sold out across the country.

This September in Dallas, experience three can’t-miss LGBTQ+ happenings packed with bold energy, connection, and celebration.